Therapy for Grief & Loss

 Grief changes you. It doesn’t follow a neat timeline, and it doesn't always look the way others expect it to. You might feel overwhelmed one day and numb the next. You might be holding it together for your family while quietly falling apart inside. Maybe the world has moved on — but you're still carrying the weight of what's missing. 

It’s not just sadness — it can be exhaustion, irritability, guilt, confusion, anxiety, even moments of laughter followed by sudden waves of pain. It’s the empty chair at the table, the silence after a phone call that will never come, the small moments that remind you of what’s no longer here. 

Loss can come in many forms: the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, a life you thought you’d have, or the slow goodbye of someone with a chronic illness. Whatever your grief looks like, it’s valid. Even if you can’t put words to it yet. 

Sometimes loss feels sudden and shocking, like an unexpected goodbye that shakes your world. Other times, it’s slow and ongoing — like watching someone you love change or fade away, or feeling your own dreams slip through your fingers. This kind of loss can be just as painful, even if others don’t always see it.

Loss can also be invisible to the outside world. You might feel lonely or isolated, especially if those around you expect you to “move on” quickly or “be strong.” The truth is, loss doesn’t follow a schedule, and it often doesn’t feel fair.

Grieving before a loss happens — often experienced when a loved one is seriously ill or facing end-of-life. It’s the mix of hope and sadness while waiting for what’s coming. 

 Loss that happens unexpectedly, like an accident or sudden death. It can leave you feeling shocked, disoriented, and overwhelmed. 

 When grief lasts longer than expected or feels stuck, interfering with daily life. It may require specialized support to move forward. 

 Grief that isn’t openly recognized or socially supported — for example, the loss of a pet, miscarriage, or estranged relationships. This can feel lonely or invalidated. 

 When someone is physically present but emotionally or mentally absent, like with dementia, addiction, or military deployment. It creates uncertainty and confusion. 

 The end of a relationship, divorce, or separation — even if the person is still alive, it can feel like a deep loss. 

 Grief experienced by those caring for someone who is ill or disabled, often combined with exhaustion and emotional strain. 

 When life changes alter your goals or how you see yourself, such as career loss, infertility, or major life transitions.